Some good advice here...
Electrolytes are very important.
Hyponatremia has occured in MDMA users that have not even consumed water.
It is an imbalance of water/salt in the bloodstream and it can be lethal. They are not sure what causes it.
The treatment is always the slow intake of salt.
It is unlikely you will suffer from this condition - it is rare.
But if you were susceptible, drinking electrolytes would offer definite protection.
It helps the kidneys to remove the excess water from the bloodstream.
There is NO need to drink lots of fluid, electrolytes or not.
I do not recommend dancing a lot on your first experience.
I always liked soft music and low lights while rolling....loud music seemed to be intrusive.
The come-up will take 45 minutes, maybe an hour.
During this time, you will experience a large increase in cortisol - the stress hormone. It feels like you are waiting in line for a roller coaster - one that is being operated by a mad-man!
It is intense, but most people do not freak out. Experienced users are normally quite excited during the come-up, even though they are also tense.
After you 'peak' your cortisol levels will plateau and you will receive a rush of oxytocin and prolactin. These are the hormones associated with relaxation, being talkative, feeling open and at peace. You may also feel intense feelings of love and an increase in tactile sensation. This 'peak' should stay strong for a good hour, maybe two.
Once you start to come down, you may want to take another dose.
I do NOT recommend this.
Research has proven that each subsequent dose increases toxicity in the brain. Users will agree that the second dose is nowhere near as effective at increasing euphoria, but it does tend to worsen the negative effects.
If you DO chose to redose, make it a very small amount and take it within the first 2 hours of your original dose. This would place it before you start to come down.
Smoking weed during the comedown does a great job at bringing back the euphoria all on its own. I would say it extends the roll by at least an hour.
Make sure you test your stuff!!
MDMA is a known neuro toxin, but there are adulterants such as piperazines or meth that you do NOT want.
Keep your body temperature LOW.
Make sure the AC is running and fans are blowing. Removing clothing may be a good idea. If you ever start to experience even a low grade fever, it is critical that you lower your body temperature immediately. This is the first response in acute cases that show up at the ER. It has also been shown, through extensive research, to lessen the damage caused by MDMA in ALL dosages. Keeping cool is the MOST effective harm reduction strategy you can practice.
If anybody starts to freak out while rolling, making them cold is always the first thing that should be done. Sipping electrolytes is next.
High doses of vitamin C may also offer some protection, but the BEST advice that you will find on Bluelight is:
DO NOT ROLL TOO MUCH!
It takes between one and three months for your body to restore its serotonin after using MDMA.
This means that 4 rolls MAX per YEAR is recommended.
Veteran users on BL agree with this assessment.
There are some drugs that can be done more frequently with little consequence - MDMA is NOT one of them.
It is not physically addicting, but it is a powerful experience....one you may wish to repeat. Remember, re-dosing will increase the harmful effects. Rolling too often can fuck you up badly. And never EVER roll two days in a row.
Good luck.
